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Bendigo's cafe scene has been lifted by the Bendigo Art Gallery's influence, the gallery's major blockbuster exhibitions draw visitors from across Victoria and Australia, and the cafe culture surrounding the View Street arts precinct has responded with quality to match the gallery's ambition. View Street is Bendigo's best cafe strip. bendigotourism.com
Bendigo's Top Cafe Precincts
View Street Arts Precinct, Bendigo's most vibrant cafe strip, adjacent to the Bendigo Art Gallery. Heritage buildings hold excellent specialty cafes and espresso bars. The precinct draws cafe visitors on both gallery and non-gallery days, making it a consistent performer.
Pall Mall and Hargreaves Street, the grand central boulevard holds established cafes in Victorian grandeur, including the Shamrock Hotel's cafe and several heritage commercial building options.
Mitchell Street, the commercial strip holds good espresso bars for the Bendigo worker crowd.
Kangaroo Flat, the southern suburb holds neighbourhood cafes popular with the residential community.
Bendigo's Coffee Culture
Bendigo's specialty coffee scene draws from Melbourne roasters and has developed strong local cafe operators. La Trobe University's large Bendigo campus drives a student coffee demand that supports quality independent cafes around the campus precinct. bendigotourism.com
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